1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II weights approximately 688 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Caterham 7 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Caterham |
Model | 3000 Mk II | 7 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2230 mm |